We survived Mini Mall!
We had a great day!
During Language Arts we listened to our last presentation and worked our way through centers. These centers included a word study activity, an independent reading activity, and a writing activity. During the writing activity, the students had a silent conversation with a partner. This practiced quotation marks, commas, indenting, and capitalization.
Math - We will start 5th grade math right after break. For the first week or two, we will spend time reviewing skills from the first journal that they may have missed. We will then start working in journal 2 when I feel that they are ready.
Mini Mall was great! The students had so much fun! I can't wait until the end of the year Mini Mall now!
Until tomorrow.... Unless the storm hits...
Thursday, December 18, 2008
Wednesday, December 17, 2008
12/17/08
Only 2 more days! We can do it!
We had a great day! In Language Arts, we joined the other 2 classes and created 3-D snowflakes. They will look great hanging with our creative writing . Thank you to all the parents who helped out.
We also had computer lab, enjoyed a camp under and listened to a few Treasure Box presentations. We only have one more project to go! We have all enjoyed listening to them. (I have even heard several students encouraging others to read their project book!)
In Math we spent time working on computation, measuring angles, and learning a new algebra concept. The students also enjoyed a quick game that involving rounding mentally.
We did not have content today. We had Art Smart. Thank you to the parents who presented and helped out today. You are priceless!
Reminders:
***Our new content rotation will start on January 5th. I will start with my homeroom students.
***Science Expo proposals are due on January 7th.
***Please remind your students to bring home all their snow gear over the break. It sounds like "Mother Nature" may be getting a bit wicked very soon!
Until tomorrow...
We had a great day! In Language Arts, we joined the other 2 classes and created 3-D snowflakes. They will look great hanging with our creative writing . Thank you to all the parents who helped out.
We also had computer lab, enjoyed a camp under and listened to a few Treasure Box presentations. We only have one more project to go! We have all enjoyed listening to them. (I have even heard several students encouraging others to read their project book!)
In Math we spent time working on computation, measuring angles, and learning a new algebra concept. The students also enjoyed a quick game that involving rounding mentally.
We did not have content today. We had Art Smart. Thank you to the parents who presented and helped out today. You are priceless!
Reminders:
***Our new content rotation will start on January 5th. I will start with my homeroom students.
***Science Expo proposals are due on January 7th.
***Please remind your students to bring home all their snow gear over the break. It sounds like "Mother Nature" may be getting a bit wicked very soon!
Until tomorrow...
Tuesday, December 16, 2008
12/16/08
A Too Cold Tuesday!
It sure was cold outside today! Please make sure that your child remembers hats and gloves each day.
Today in Language Arts we reviewed digraphs, consonant clusters, vocabulary, and phonics rules during Triumphs, and listened to most of our presentations. We only have 4 more presentations to go! I am so pleased with the confidence of each speaker. They definitely are better prepared this time around.
In Math we are finally finished up with the CRT. (Almost everyone).We also worked in small groups with algebra concepts. The students were so excited to see that they can really work through some harder problems. We also had time to play a "I have... Who has..." game. This reviewed mental math dealing with division.
In Social Studies we ended our rotation with a review game of all of Chapter 2. It dealt with vocabulary, concepts, famous people, and skills. They students did an amazing job answering the questions. It was clear that they retained much of the information from Chapter 2. During the last few minutes of class, I gave them an overview of Chapter 3. They are excited that we will be discussing The American Revolution- a topic that they have heard of before. New rotations will start right after winter break. I will have my homeroom class at that time.
Things to Know:
***My Language Arts class will have a Camp Under tomorrow.
***Science Expo proposals are due on January 7th.
***Tomorrow my homeroom will have Art Smart.
***Mini Mall is Thursday. Please make sure that you have your money to shop!
***Ms. Nufer, my student teacher, will be starting right after winter break. Be sure to look for a letter from her this week in blue folders.
Until tomorrow...
It sure was cold outside today! Please make sure that your child remembers hats and gloves each day.
Today in Language Arts we reviewed digraphs, consonant clusters, vocabulary, and phonics rules during Triumphs, and listened to most of our presentations. We only have 4 more presentations to go! I am so pleased with the confidence of each speaker. They definitely are better prepared this time around.
In Math we are finally finished up with the CRT. (Almost everyone).We also worked in small groups with algebra concepts. The students were so excited to see that they can really work through some harder problems. We also had time to play a "I have... Who has..." game. This reviewed mental math dealing with division.
In Social Studies we ended our rotation with a review game of all of Chapter 2. It dealt with vocabulary, concepts, famous people, and skills. They students did an amazing job answering the questions. It was clear that they retained much of the information from Chapter 2. During the last few minutes of class, I gave them an overview of Chapter 3. They are excited that we will be discussing The American Revolution- a topic that they have heard of before. New rotations will start right after winter break. I will have my homeroom class at that time.
Things to Know:
***My Language Arts class will have a Camp Under tomorrow.
***Science Expo proposals are due on January 7th.
***Tomorrow my homeroom will have Art Smart.
***Mini Mall is Thursday. Please make sure that you have your money to shop!
***Ms. Nufer, my student teacher, will be starting right after winter break. Be sure to look for a letter from her this week in blue folders.
Until tomorrow...
Monday, December 15, 2008
12/15/08
Hang in there! It is hard to believe that we only have 4 more days left. The kids are obviously very excited and ready. Please encourage them to stay focused for a few more days. We need to get several things accomplished before the end of the week.
Reminders:
***We are not having a story this week which means that we will not have Fluency and Flow or a spelling test . These means that they have more time to independent read at home.
***We are still in need of a few parent volunteers on Wednesday. If you can join us, please fill out the half sheet that was sent home last week. We would love to have you!
Today in Language Arts we reviewed base words, spelling rules, worked on a creative writing project with our reading buddies, completed our language daily, listened to a few chapters in our read a loud, and finally presented some our Treasure Box projects. I was impressed with the presentations this time around. All the students were very confident and presented with a loud voice and great eye contact.
Homework:
***Ind. Read
***Get the reading chart signed
Today in Math we worked in groups. I worked with students introducing Algebra concepts and dividing fraction s while others continued to work on their CRT.
Homework:
***None
In Social Studies we completed our Time lines. Only a few students still need to hand theirs in tomorrow. With tomorrow being the last day of our rotation, we will have a review game day.
Homework:
***Time line (If you did not turn it in already.)
Until tomorrow...
Reminders:
***We are not having a story this week which means that we will not have Fluency and Flow or a spelling test . These means that they have more time to independent read at home.
***We are still in need of a few parent volunteers on Wednesday. If you can join us, please fill out the half sheet that was sent home last week. We would love to have you!
Today in Language Arts we reviewed base words, spelling rules, worked on a creative writing project with our reading buddies, completed our language daily, listened to a few chapters in our read a loud, and finally presented some our Treasure Box projects. I was impressed with the presentations this time around. All the students were very confident and presented with a loud voice and great eye contact.
Homework:
***Ind. Read
***Get the reading chart signed
Today in Math we worked in groups. I worked with students introducing Algebra concepts and dividing fraction s while others continued to work on their CRT.
Homework:
***None
In Social Studies we completed our Time lines. Only a few students still need to hand theirs in tomorrow. With tomorrow being the last day of our rotation, we will have a review game day.
Homework:
***Time line (If you did not turn it in already.)
Until tomorrow...
Friday, December 12, 2008
12/12/08
Just one more week...It is hard to believe! One half our year will be over in just 5 more days! I know next week will fly by. We have a busy week planned!
Thank you so much to every one who donated items for our "Sponsor A Family." We collected a lot of gifts and I am certain that we will make several youngsters very happy. I am always so touched by the kind people here at Northpoint. We can really pull together to help a family in need.
Today in Language Arts we took the usual assessments, had Vocabulary Vine, completed several letters in our handwriting book, and listened to our read aloud.
Homework:
***Read and record minutes. Minutes for the month of December will be counted some time next week.
In Math we wrapped up some loose ends and worked on the CRT. Next week time will be spent in reviewing and measuring different angles. We will be using both a half and circle protractor.
Homework:
***None
In Social Studies the students worked on their time lines. I would like for these time lines to be a class project and not homework. We will give some class time on Monday to finish them up and we will review by playing a game on Tuesday. Tuesday is also the last day of this rotation.
Homework:
***None
Until Monday...
Thank you so much to every one who donated items for our "Sponsor A Family." We collected a lot of gifts and I am certain that we will make several youngsters very happy. I am always so touched by the kind people here at Northpoint. We can really pull together to help a family in need.
Today in Language Arts we took the usual assessments, had Vocabulary Vine, completed several letters in our handwriting book, and listened to our read aloud.
Homework:
***Read and record minutes. Minutes for the month of December will be counted some time next week.
In Math we wrapped up some loose ends and worked on the CRT. Next week time will be spent in reviewing and measuring different angles. We will be using both a half and circle protractor.
Homework:
***None
In Social Studies the students worked on their time lines. I would like for these time lines to be a class project and not homework. We will give some class time on Monday to finish them up and we will review by playing a game on Tuesday. Tuesday is also the last day of this rotation.
Homework:
***None
Until Monday...
Thursday, December 11, 2008
12/11/08
Where does the time go?
To all of you that check the blog faithfully, I am sorry that I did not blog yesterday. I was out of the building all day. The notes from the substitute said that everything went as planned and I returned to school to find a spotless classroom!
Today was a busy day in Language Arts. We added two words to our Vocabulary Vine, listened to our read a loud and met with our second grade reading buddies. We also had double specials!
Tomorrow is a regular assessment day so Fluency and Flow is due. Don't forget that all Treasure Box Projects are due tomorrow as well. I am very impressed with those that have been turned in so far. I can't wait to hear about them!
Homework:
***Fluency and Flow
***Treasure Box Projects
***Read and record minutes in the planner on the calendar
In Math we continued working on our CRT(Cumulative Review Test). This test is quite extensive but it does cover the standards covered throughout the year.
Homework:
***None
In Social Studies we continued to work on our time lines. This project will wrap up this nine week rotation. Chapter 2 tests were passed back today. Please get a parent signature and return it tomorrow.
Homework:
***Chapter 2 signed test
Reminders:
***You should have found a Science Expo packet in blue folders this week. Be sure to check planners for the due dates. We have given you the time over break to come up with your Science Expo proposal.
To all of you that check the blog faithfully, I am sorry that I did not blog yesterday. I was out of the building all day. The notes from the substitute said that everything went as planned and I returned to school to find a spotless classroom!
Today was a busy day in Language Arts. We added two words to our Vocabulary Vine, listened to our read a loud and met with our second grade reading buddies. We also had double specials!
Tomorrow is a regular assessment day so Fluency and Flow is due. Don't forget that all Treasure Box Projects are due tomorrow as well. I am very impressed with those that have been turned in so far. I can't wait to hear about them!
Homework:
***Fluency and Flow
***Treasure Box Projects
***Read and record minutes in the planner on the calendar
In Math we continued working on our CRT(Cumulative Review Test). This test is quite extensive but it does cover the standards covered throughout the year.
Homework:
***None
In Social Studies we continued to work on our time lines. This project will wrap up this nine week rotation. Chapter 2 tests were passed back today. Please get a parent signature and return it tomorrow.
Homework:
***Chapter 2 signed test
Reminders:
***You should have found a Science Expo packet in blue folders this week. Be sure to check planners for the due dates. We have given you the time over break to come up with your Science Expo proposal.
Tuesday, December 9, 2008
12/09/08
What a dreary day!
Winter break is right around the corner. Before we know it, it will be here. We have several important dates to keep in mind.
Dec. 10-Mini Mall business proposals are due.
Dec. 11- Sponsor a Family donations are due- If you have not yet sent yours in, please do so soon.
Dec. 12- My Language Arts students have their second reading project due.
Dec. 16- This is the last day of our content rotation. All time lines will be due if not completed during class.
Dec. 17- Art Smart- No content
Dec. 18- Mini Mall- Be sure to bring your mini economy $ to school to shop!
Dec. 19- The Giving Celebration-This is the last day of the second grading period. This year is half over!
Today in Language Arts we added 4 more word parts to our Vocabulary Vine, listened to our read aloud, read this weeks Time for Kids article with a partner, completed pages 32 and 33 in our handwriting book, and reviewed past, present and future tense helping verbs.
Homework:
***Read/record minutes
***Reading projects are due on Friday
***Fluency and Flow is due Friday
***Complete handwriting pages 32 and 33 if not completed in class today.
In Math, we worked on our timed minute, reviewed computation on our white boards, and started our Unit 12 assessment over Rates. This assessment is taking them quite a bit of time so they will continue to work on it. Tomorrow they will begin their CRT (Cumulative Review Test). This is quite extensive and will cover all the 4th grade standards. This is a very useful tool for me in assessing each students strengths and weak areas before we begin the 5th grade journal after winter break.
Homework:
***None
In Social Studies, we completed our Chapter 2 test and worked through our practice book and started the Chapter 2 review. We will work on these again on Thursday. Their project for this rotation was explained today. Starting tomorrow in class, the students will be creating a time line of 8 important events in their life. They will be asked the year that the event occurred, to write in detail about the event and to draw a picture to illustrate it. Class time will be given to complete this project.
Homework:
***Jot down the year of 8 important events or things in your personal life.(Parents: Your child may need your help with the year that these events happened. Some suggestions are as follows: your birth and facts, a family vacation, an award that they won, etc... They will then put the events in chronological order on their time line. Thanks for your help!)
***I can't wait to hang these up! They are always fun to read!
Until tomorrow...
Winter break is right around the corner. Before we know it, it will be here. We have several important dates to keep in mind.
Dec. 10-Mini Mall business proposals are due.
Dec. 11- Sponsor a Family donations are due- If you have not yet sent yours in, please do so soon.
Dec. 12- My Language Arts students have their second reading project due.
Dec. 16- This is the last day of our content rotation. All time lines will be due if not completed during class.
Dec. 17- Art Smart- No content
Dec. 18- Mini Mall- Be sure to bring your mini economy $ to school to shop!
Dec. 19- The Giving Celebration-This is the last day of the second grading period. This year is half over!
Today in Language Arts we added 4 more word parts to our Vocabulary Vine, listened to our read aloud, read this weeks Time for Kids article with a partner, completed pages 32 and 33 in our handwriting book, and reviewed past, present and future tense helping verbs.
Homework:
***Read/record minutes
***Reading projects are due on Friday
***Fluency and Flow is due Friday
***Complete handwriting pages 32 and 33 if not completed in class today.
In Math, we worked on our timed minute, reviewed computation on our white boards, and started our Unit 12 assessment over Rates. This assessment is taking them quite a bit of time so they will continue to work on it. Tomorrow they will begin their CRT (Cumulative Review Test). This is quite extensive and will cover all the 4th grade standards. This is a very useful tool for me in assessing each students strengths and weak areas before we begin the 5th grade journal after winter break.
Homework:
***None
In Social Studies, we completed our Chapter 2 test and worked through our practice book and started the Chapter 2 review. We will work on these again on Thursday. Their project for this rotation was explained today. Starting tomorrow in class, the students will be creating a time line of 8 important events in their life. They will be asked the year that the event occurred, to write in detail about the event and to draw a picture to illustrate it. Class time will be given to complete this project.
Homework:
***Jot down the year of 8 important events or things in your personal life.(Parents: Your child may need your help with the year that these events happened. Some suggestions are as follows: your birth and facts, a family vacation, an award that they won, etc... They will then put the events in chronological order on their time line. Thanks for your help!)
***I can't wait to hang these up! They are always fun to read!
Until tomorrow...
Friday, December 5, 2008
12/05/08
A Fabulous Finish...
We had a great day today. Even though it was a Friday, all the students seemed content(even after a feast of donuts) and we were able to get a lot accomplished!
Today in Language Arts we were able to review during Vocabulary Vine, complete all of our weekly assessments, and work on our writing prompt. Many prompts were handed in completed but if not, the final copy is homework.
Homework:
***Read and record minutes
***Finish up writing prompt on snowflake paper
***Reading projects are due on Dec. 12
***The end of the grading period is soon approaching. Everyone needs to be reading and taking AR tests before the 19th of December.
In Math today we worked on our minute, practiced a variety of computation skills, and started a display of rate pricing. During this time, students had to figure the price per pound, per ounce, and per item of a given quantity. Our classroom was very busy with students performing a variety of computation skills in order to figure out their rates and pricing. These will be displayed in our classroom next week.
Homework:
***Our test over rates will be on Tuesday of next week. This is our last official unit in 4th grade math. I will be teaching them a few mini lessons of a few skills before the end of the grading period as well as getting them ready for their end of the year 4th grade test.
In Social Studies, we took our Chapter 2- lesson 1 quiz, review both lessons and read and discussed lesson 3. We will review all three lesson on Monday as well as read lesson 4. On Tuesday we will play a game to review all the concepts. Our test for Chapter 2 will be on Tuesday.
Homework:
***No practice book pages
***Our test will be on Tuesday over Chapter 2
Reminders:
***Please continue to send in donations for our family. Thank you to everyone who has already!
Have a great weekend!
Until Monday...
We had a great day today. Even though it was a Friday, all the students seemed content(even after a feast of donuts) and we were able to get a lot accomplished!
Today in Language Arts we were able to review during Vocabulary Vine, complete all of our weekly assessments, and work on our writing prompt. Many prompts were handed in completed but if not, the final copy is homework.
Homework:
***Read and record minutes
***Finish up writing prompt on snowflake paper
***Reading projects are due on Dec. 12
***The end of the grading period is soon approaching. Everyone needs to be reading and taking AR tests before the 19th of December.
In Math today we worked on our minute, practiced a variety of computation skills, and started a display of rate pricing. During this time, students had to figure the price per pound, per ounce, and per item of a given quantity. Our classroom was very busy with students performing a variety of computation skills in order to figure out their rates and pricing. These will be displayed in our classroom next week.
Homework:
***Our test over rates will be on Tuesday of next week. This is our last official unit in 4th grade math. I will be teaching them a few mini lessons of a few skills before the end of the grading period as well as getting them ready for their end of the year 4th grade test.
In Social Studies, we took our Chapter 2- lesson 1 quiz, review both lessons and read and discussed lesson 3. We will review all three lesson on Monday as well as read lesson 4. On Tuesday we will play a game to review all the concepts. Our test for Chapter 2 will be on Tuesday.
Homework:
***No practice book pages
***Our test will be on Tuesday over Chapter 2
Reminders:
***Please continue to send in donations for our family. Thank you to everyone who has already!
Have a great weekend!
Until Monday...
Thursday, December 4, 2008
12/04/08
McTeacher night was a huge success! Our school earned over $500.oo!-Thank you!
Today in Language Arts, we added more word parts to our Vocabulary Vine, reviewed past, present, and future verbs, and worked in small groups with leveled readers. Most of the students were finished in time to take their AR test over the leveled reader. If they did not have time today, they will have a chance to do so after assessments tomorrow.
Homework:
***Fluency and Flow is due tomorrow. We will also have our assessments as usual.
***Remember that reading projects are due next Friday.
***Read and record minutes. Every child is expected to read and pass at least 1-2 books on their lexile level each grading period.The end of the grading period is soon approaching! I would like to see them reading and recording minutes each night. Independent reading is a 4th grade expectation.
Today in Math we completed our minute, worked on computation, and continued on our study of rates. The students are getting pretty good at being able to figure out which buys at the grocery store are the best deal! We worked on figuring out the unit price per ounce and per pound. You might ask them to help you save some money during your next trip to the grocery store!
Homework:
***Pages 341 and 342
***Our test over Unit 12- Rates- will be on Tuesday of next week.
Today in Social Studies we reviewed Chapter 2 lesson 1 and discussed lesson 2. The students will have a short quiz tomorrow over just lesson 1 notes.
Homework:
***Study the handout for the quiz tomorrow
***Practice book pages 23 and 24
Reminders:
***Donuts with Dad is tomorrow from 7:00-8:00.
Until tomorrow...
Today in Language Arts, we added more word parts to our Vocabulary Vine, reviewed past, present, and future verbs, and worked in small groups with leveled readers. Most of the students were finished in time to take their AR test over the leveled reader. If they did not have time today, they will have a chance to do so after assessments tomorrow.
Homework:
***Fluency and Flow is due tomorrow. We will also have our assessments as usual.
***Remember that reading projects are due next Friday.
***Read and record minutes. Every child is expected to read and pass at least 1-2 books on their lexile level each grading period.The end of the grading period is soon approaching! I would like to see them reading and recording minutes each night. Independent reading is a 4th grade expectation.
Today in Math we completed our minute, worked on computation, and continued on our study of rates. The students are getting pretty good at being able to figure out which buys at the grocery store are the best deal! We worked on figuring out the unit price per ounce and per pound. You might ask them to help you save some money during your next trip to the grocery store!
Homework:
***Pages 341 and 342
***Our test over Unit 12- Rates- will be on Tuesday of next week.
Today in Social Studies we reviewed Chapter 2 lesson 1 and discussed lesson 2. The students will have a short quiz tomorrow over just lesson 1 notes.
Homework:
***Study the handout for the quiz tomorrow
***Practice book pages 23 and 24
Reminders:
***Donuts with Dad is tomorrow from 7:00-8:00.
Until tomorrow...
Wednesday, December 3, 2008
12/03/08
It is McTeacher Night at McDonalds-I hope you can join us!
Today is McTeacher Night from 4:30-7:30. Many of us will be there. I hope that you can drop by for a meal and a friendly smile. Come and join the fun!
Today in Language Arts, we listened to our read aloud, reviewed past, present and future verbs, worked on centers that dealt with a word study activity, writing, and independent reading. I was able to meet with groups at this time and listen to each of the students read . I was impressed with the fluency and expression in their voices. Many of them were able to describe in detail events that were happening in their story as well. We finished up Language Arts by brainstorming ideas for our writing prompt and writing on our own.
Homework:
***Fluency and Flow- Due Friday
***If centers were not completed, they are due tomorrow
In Math we completed our minute, worked on computation skills as a review on white boards and continued our study of rates. We also had a quiz over finding rates. We will continue to work through this unit. Since it is a quick unit, I am aiming to test over this unit on Tuesday of next week.
Homework:
***Math Box 12.5 and page 337
Today was our first day of a new rotation. I started with Mrs. Woods' class. We started Chapter 2- Lesson 1. The students have a handout with typed notes. We will review this lesson again tomorrow and they will have a quick quiz over it on Friday.
Until tomorrow...
Today is McTeacher Night from 4:30-7:30. Many of us will be there. I hope that you can drop by for a meal and a friendly smile. Come and join the fun!
Today in Language Arts, we listened to our read aloud, reviewed past, present and future verbs, worked on centers that dealt with a word study activity, writing, and independent reading. I was able to meet with groups at this time and listen to each of the students read . I was impressed with the fluency and expression in their voices. Many of them were able to describe in detail events that were happening in their story as well. We finished up Language Arts by brainstorming ideas for our writing prompt and writing on our own.
Homework:
***Fluency and Flow- Due Friday
***If centers were not completed, they are due tomorrow
In Math we completed our minute, worked on computation skills as a review on white boards and continued our study of rates. We also had a quiz over finding rates. We will continue to work through this unit. Since it is a quick unit, I am aiming to test over this unit on Tuesday of next week.
Homework:
***Math Box 12.5 and page 337
Today was our first day of a new rotation. I started with Mrs. Woods' class. We started Chapter 2- Lesson 1. The students have a handout with typed notes. We will review this lesson again tomorrow and they will have a quick quiz over it on Friday.
Until tomorrow...
Tuesday, December 2, 2008
12/02/08
It was a cold day today!
Please make sure that your child is equipped for outside recess. Many students returned to math complaining that their hands were freezing! Remember, we go outside unless the temperature is below degrees. My classroom is often a bit chilly ,too, so a sweatshirt to keep here at school is a great idea!
Today in Language Arts we added six word parts to our Vocabulary Vine, reviewed past, future, and present tense verbs, and started our new read aloud. This new read aloud has really caught their interest. I hope that it will inspire them to read other books by the same author.
Homework:
***It is a new month. Please read and record minutes on the December calendar in the planner.
***Reading projects are due next week!
***Fluency and Flow and assessments will be on Friday as usual.
In Math we continued our work on finding rates. If you have any grocery ads that include rates, I would appreciate it if you send them in tomorrow.
Homework:
***Pages 330, 333,334
In Social Studies we reviewed Chapter 4 and took our test. Today is the last day for this rotation. Miss Grannan's homeroom students will have Mrs. Woods for Health next.
Reminders:
***Continue to send him items for our "Adopt a Family". We still have a great need.
Thank you so much in advance for your generosity!
Until tomorrow...
Please make sure that your child is equipped for outside recess. Many students returned to math complaining that their hands were freezing! Remember, we go outside unless the temperature is below degrees. My classroom is often a bit chilly ,too, so a sweatshirt to keep here at school is a great idea!
Today in Language Arts we added six word parts to our Vocabulary Vine, reviewed past, future, and present tense verbs, and started our new read aloud. This new read aloud has really caught their interest. I hope that it will inspire them to read other books by the same author.
Homework:
***It is a new month. Please read and record minutes on the December calendar in the planner.
***Reading projects are due next week!
***Fluency and Flow and assessments will be on Friday as usual.
In Math we continued our work on finding rates. If you have any grocery ads that include rates, I would appreciate it if you send them in tomorrow.
Homework:
***Pages 330, 333,334
In Social Studies we reviewed Chapter 4 and took our test. Today is the last day for this rotation. Miss Grannan's homeroom students will have Mrs. Woods for Health next.
Reminders:
***Continue to send him items for our "Adopt a Family". We still have a great need.
Thank you so much in advance for your generosity!
Until tomorrow...
Monday, December 1, 2008
12/01/08
Welcome Back to A Snowy December Day!
I hope that everyone enjoyed their time off with family and friends. Just think...only three more weeks until winter break!
Language Arts-We had a great start to a Monday. We took our spelling test which was pretty tricky. The list this week contains silent letters and some homophones. Some students were surprised at the list that they were on for the week. I think that it will encourage them to study a little each night. We were also able to read our story My Brother Martin. We had a great discussion using the new vocabulary words about segregation and the great work of Dr. King. While reading at home, it would also be a great discussion starter...
We had our Winter MAP testing today in Reading. The testing will continue during different days next week as well. Next week Math will be tested.
Homework:
***Fluency and Flow is due on Friday
***Study spelling
***Reading projects are due on Dec. 12
***Read and record minutes- Remember today starts a new month on the calendar in planners
***Handwriting-Pages 29,30,31
Math- We started our last unit in the 4th grade journal today. It deals with rates. This seemed to be pretty easy for everyone. We will complete this unit, review, and start the 5th grade journal right after break. I am proud of the progress that we are making.
Homework:
***Pages 328,329,331
Social Studies- Today we reviewed and worked on the Chapter 4 review and pages 33 and 34 of our practice book. Tomorrow is the last day of our rotation. We will have the test over Chapter 4.
Homework:
***Chapter 4 Review- Questions 1-5 and 14-18
***Practice Book pages 33 and 34
***Review the notes for the test
Reminders:
***Keep bringing in items for our "Adopt A Family". The final day to donate Dec. 12.
Until Tomorrow...
I hope that everyone enjoyed their time off with family and friends. Just think...only three more weeks until winter break!
Language Arts-We had a great start to a Monday. We took our spelling test which was pretty tricky. The list this week contains silent letters and some homophones. Some students were surprised at the list that they were on for the week. I think that it will encourage them to study a little each night. We were also able to read our story My Brother Martin. We had a great discussion using the new vocabulary words about segregation and the great work of Dr. King. While reading at home, it would also be a great discussion starter...
We had our Winter MAP testing today in Reading. The testing will continue during different days next week as well. Next week Math will be tested.
Homework:
***Fluency and Flow is due on Friday
***Study spelling
***Reading projects are due on Dec. 12
***Read and record minutes- Remember today starts a new month on the calendar in planners
***Handwriting-Pages 29,30,31
Math- We started our last unit in the 4th grade journal today. It deals with rates. This seemed to be pretty easy for everyone. We will complete this unit, review, and start the 5th grade journal right after break. I am proud of the progress that we are making.
Homework:
***Pages 328,329,331
Social Studies- Today we reviewed and worked on the Chapter 4 review and pages 33 and 34 of our practice book. Tomorrow is the last day of our rotation. We will have the test over Chapter 4.
Homework:
***Chapter 4 Review- Questions 1-5 and 14-18
***Practice Book pages 33 and 34
***Review the notes for the test
Reminders:
***Keep bringing in items for our "Adopt A Family". The final day to donate Dec. 12.
Until Tomorrow...
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